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Introduction to Communications - COMM 1001

Explore the fundamentals of communication and interpersonal relationships. Examine effective communication, barriers to effective communication, and specific communication strategies that can improve interactions with others and enhance critical thinking skills. Learn and apply theories related to communication climate, groups, teams, conflict management, and problem solving.

Note: Restricted to Faculty of Arts & Sciences, Faculty of Health Studies, and Open Studies


To take this course, you must be enrolled in one of the related programs:

Child and Youth Care Community Support Worker Dental Office Assistant Disability Studies Early Learning and Child Care – certificate Early Learning and Child Care – diploma Educational Assistant Hospital Unit Clerk Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant Justice Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Medical Office Assistant Optical Office Assistant Pharmacy Technician Settlement Studies Therapeutic Recreation Veterinary Office Assistant Open Studies

Tuition and fees for 2023-2024 Open Studies

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $495 $695.50 $1,190.50
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $0 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $41 max per term
Student technology fee: $12 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan: $386 per year
Students’ Association: $51.50 per term
U-Pass: $180 per term
Legal plan: $18 per year

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $1497 $695.50 $2,192.50
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $0 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $41 max per term
Student technology fee : $12 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan : $386 per year
Students’ Association : $51.50 per term
U-Pass : $180 per term
Legal plan : $18 per term

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

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